The Rocks Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Circular Quay - The Rocks showing street scenes, a city and heritage architecture
Circular Quay - The Rocks which includes heritage elements
Circular Quay - The Rocks showing a city, street scenes and a bridge
Circular Quay - The Rocks which includes modern architecture, a bay or harbour and night scenes
Circular Quay - The Rocks showing a garden

Popular places to visit

Circular Quay showing street scenes, a city and a sunset

Circular Quay

Trains, buses and boats all make a bee-line for Circular Quay, a place at the heart of Sydney's journeying – and so should you.

Circular Quay
Museum of Contemporary Art showing signage and street scenes as well as a couple

Museum of Contemporary Art

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Museum of Contemporary Art during your trip to Sydney. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

Museum of Contemporary Art
Campbell’s Storehouses

Campbell’s Storehouses

Find out about the history of Sydney with a stop at Campbell’s Storehouses. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.

Campbell’s Storehouses
Cadmans Cottage Historic Site

Cadmans Cottage Historic Site

Explore the great outdoors at Cadmans Cottage Historic Site, a lovely green space in Sydney. Stroll along the waterfront in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Cadmans Cottage Historic Site
Cadman’s Cottage

Cadman’s Cottage

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cadman’s Cottage during your travels in Sydney. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.

Cadman’s Cottage
Argyle Cut

Argyle Cut

You can find out about the history of Sydney with a visit to Argyle Cut. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.

Argyle Cut

Activities

Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Tour

Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour

NZ$60
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Big Bus Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour
Sydney: Guided Daytime Summit Climb of Sydney Harbour Bridge

Sydney: Guided Daytime Summit Climb of Sydney Harbour Bridge

NZ$397
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sydney: Guided Daytime Summit Climb of Sydney Harbour Bridge
Local guides

Sydney The Rocks Guided Walking Tour

NZ$50
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sydney The Rocks Guided Walking Tour
Sydney's Secret Bars Nightlife Tour

Sydney's Secret Bars Nightlife Tour

NZ$71
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sydney's Secret Bars Nightlife Tour
Sydney Sightseeing Including Bondi Beach

Sydney Sightseeing Including Bondi Beach

NZ$147
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sydney Sightseeing Including Bondi Beach
Visit Hyde Park and learn about the Archibald Fountain and St Mary's Cathedral

Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)

NZ$82
per adult
Ultimate Sydney Walking Tour (Small-Group, Drink Included)
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Our pick of the best The Rocks Hotel Deals

Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is NZ$310 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$310
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,341 reviews)
"We arrived very early and our room wasn’t ready. Be prepared to hangout, or go for a walk."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Shangri-La Sydney
Sydney Harbour Hotel

Sydney Harbour Hotel

4 out of 5
55 George Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is NZ$244 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
NZ$244
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,736 reviews)
Great location
"Our stay was very comfortable. The room was a good size with a comfortable bed and plenty of outlets and space. The hotel is showing its age. The bathroom could do with some attention with what looked like mold around the faucets in the bath and the shower over the bath. Carpets in the main lobby ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Sydney Harbour Hotel
The Sebel Quay West Suites Sydney

The Sebel Quay West Suites Sydney

5 out of 5
98 Gloucester Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is NZ$360 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
NZ$360
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,339 reviews)
"Excellent property would definitely recommend. It was clean, modern, spacious and safe. Everything you could want was provided. Concierge service was great. Staff were friendly and helpful. We stayed with a 1 year old and it had everything we needed and was close to all the main transportation ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

The Sebel Quay West Suites Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
199 George St., Sydney, NSW
The price is NZ$380 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$380
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,894 reviews)
"We were celebrating our 54th wedding anniversary and, most unexpectedly, we were treated to a bottle of champagne and beautiful nibbles platter - very much appreciated."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Hyatt Regency Sydney

Hyatt Regency Sydney

5 out of 5
161 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
The price is NZ$295 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$295
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,774 reviews)
"We are staying here for with the business Colie friend sharing"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Regency Sydney
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
1 Martin Place, Sydney, NSW
The price is NZ$300 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$300
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,476 reviews)
Great room and comfy bed. Pillows can do better
"Room was spacious, quiets and we had great views, being in level 27. Breakfast buffet was tastefully done, with Asian options and coofee was grt too. Convenient location to transport. Pillows were not too great though, a bit flat."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
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Other neighbourhoods around The Rocks

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Sydney Central Business District

4.5/5(8,551 area reviews)

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Sydney Central Business District. Check out top attractions like Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House, and jump on the metro at Martin Place Station or St. James Station to see more of the city.

Sydney Central Business District
Darling Harbour featuring night scenes, city views and a bay or harbour

Darling Harbour

4.5/5(3,097 area reviews)

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Darling Harbour. Check out top attractions like Star Casino and Australian National Maritime Museum, and jump on the metro at Pyrmont Bay Light Rail Station or The Star Station to see more of the city.

Darling Harbour
Star Casino featuring modern architecture

Pyrmont

Star Casino and Sydney Fish Market are top sights in Pyrmont, and you should be sure to explore the captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Wentworth Park Light Rail Station or Fish Market Light Rail Station to see more sights in the area.

Pyrmont
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Darlinghurst

Darlinghurst is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Sydney Jewish Museum and William Street while you're in town.

Darlinghurst
Capitol Theatre showing street scenes as well as an individual female

Haymarket

Known for its captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Haymarket. Check out top attractions like Market City and Paddy's Market, and jump on the metro at Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station or Capitol Square Light Rail Station to see more of the city.

Haymarket
Surry Hills

Surry Hills

Travellers come to Surry Hills for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Crown Street and Belvoir Street Theatre while you're in town.

Surry Hills

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